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We are pleased to offer a new product at the Diabetic Dog Bakery, the ‘Bones and Bones’ dog treats. We offer 5 flavors: Mint and Parsley, Sweet Potato, Pumpkin and Banana, Blueberry, plus Flaxseed and Cherry.

‘Bones and Bones’ is a product we have decided to offer again. We sold them successfully for the first 3 years in our bakery but upon relocating for my husband’s company, we were not set up to offer them. We were asked by our long-time customers to reconsider baking our captivating recipe for ‘Bones and Bones’. We changed our minds!

Order as many pounds as you like and join the satisfaction that our long-time customers know. We look forward to introducing our ‘Bones and Bones’ to new four-legged customers.

Starting today, we will be offering our Healthy Hearts, Bark Boxes and Italian Chowsers at 44% off. We were able to get a discounted shipment from our large vendor this month, which enabled us to give a 44% discount on these items. Each pound will be baked fresh.

Customer comments have shown that our diabetic-friendly dog treats have not elevated their 4-legged family member’s glucose levels. We already knew this but love reading and knowing that our customers are seeing this exciting fact too.

Alfalfa is an ingredient in many commercially available dog and cat foods, and according to PetfoodIndustry.com, consumers are beginning to ask whether this forage belongs in their pet’s diet.

Although alfalfa has some health attributes as a green food, including a whole food source of phytonutrients, there are several reasons to avoid making alfalfa a primary source of protein in your pet’s diet, including the fact that plant-based protein is far from ideal for carnivores.

Check out the complete article that Dr. Becker goes into details on this important ingredient to avoid in our dog and cat daily food.

Yesterday (October 30, 2012), the manufacturer of Wellness Small Breed voluntarily recalled their dry kibble product. The reason given on their Facebook page was possible moisture contamination. This voluntary recall affects Wellness Small Breed Adult Dry Food in the 12 lb. package only and bearing the best by date of August 18, 2013.

For replacement of this specific variety of Wellness dry food, please call Wellness at 1-800-225-0904. They are open starting at 8:00AM Eastern.

Yesterday (October 17th, 2012), another FDA press release named two more dog treats being recalled for Salmonella bacteria contamination. The names are Boots & Barkley Roasted American Pig Ears and Boots & Barkley American Variety Pack Dog Treats. Both dog treats were sold at Target nationwide and manufactured by Kasel Industries in Colorado. The complete press release can be found at the FDA website.

Kasel Industries has recalled lot number BESTBY 13SEP2014DEN for both products because this lot number tested positive for the Salmonella bacteria per the analysis by the CO Department Of Agriculture.

This latest FDA press release is being passed along as an information alert – by The Gourmet Dog Bakery.

TBD Brands announced yesterday (10/17/12), they are voluntarily recalling Yoghund brand Organic Banana & Peanut Butter flavored frozen yogurt dog treats due to Salmonella. All dog treats of Lot Code 268 12 and earlier (cup and four pack) with the best by date of 9/24/14 or earlier are included in the recall.

Fall has come over most of the U.S. states and with that comes our beautiful monarch butterflies eating to gain strength for their Mexican flight over winter.

As each butterfly drinks their selected nectar of milk weed, they gain in toxic strength to dogs and cats. Milk weed is a known toxin for dogs and cats. The problem lies in a toxic flying object which draws them to jump in anticipation of a sweet snack.

Keeping in mind that the more you attract Monarchs to your yard with butterfly bushes and similar landscaping, it will bring that toxic possibilities closer to your beloved pets. Some of the common signs of toxicity to watch for are:

Due to the continued use of ingredients from China by U.S. dog food companies and continued recalls of contaminated dog food and treats, I have decided to bake kibble for our dogs each week. Below is a recipe I found but have made changes to make it organic and healthy. I have changed the instructions but have left the ingredients crossed out so that you can see how I changed the recipe to make it healthier. Keep in mind when reading dog food or treat recipes:

– Dogs cannot digest milk products (it is the lactose in the milk)

– Some dogs are allergic to whole wheat flour or rye flour because of the gluten

– Bone meal is necessary to build strong dog bones

– Salt is not needed to be added in most recipes

– Worcestershire sauce has many spices including onion and garlic, that is not needed in a dog’s diet

This is a basic kibble recipe that you can change for varying taste. Seal enough fresh healthy dog kibble in a Seal-a-Meal food storage bag (or similar type of bag) for each day. The kibble will keep in an airtight container for several weeks in the refrigerator or several months in the freezer. Every morning take out one bag of frozen kibble and place in the refrigerator so you will have fresh kibble for the next day. (1 c. per dog x 2 meals = 4 c. fresh kibble for 2 dogs)

3. In a smaller bowl, beat the eggs and blend them with the oil, broth, pumpkin, spinach, apples and meat.

4. Fold in the wet ingredient mixture and combine it until evenly distributed. It takes elbow grease to mix this but you can use a Kitchen-aid mixer.

5. Spread the dough onto the two cookie sheets while making it very flat. Use a knife to score into long lengths but do not score width wise.

8. Bake for 45 minutes or until the kibble is golden brown.

9. When you remove the kibble from the oven, it will be moist. Let it sit on cooling racks for about 30 minutes. Then separate the rows of kibble and cut into bite-sized squares. I have basset hounds and decided to cut the kibble into 1/2″ squares. After separating the kibble, place back into the oven for another 30 minutes and then turn off the oven but leave the kibble in the oven.

Target store brand, Boots and Barkley, has been voluntarily “recalled” for salmonella contamination on September 21, 2012. The American Beef Bully Sticks were manufactured by the Denver-based Kasel Associated Industries.

Salmonella bacteria can sicken dogs when they are eaten or humans can become sick by handing the bully sticks and NOT washing their hands throughly.

The following lots are being recalled: BESTBY20APR2014DEN, BESTBY01JUN2014DEN, BESTBY23JUN2014DEN, and BESTBY23SEP2014DEN and were all sold between April 2012 and September 2012.